Job summary
We are recruiting for a self-motivated individual to join the Performance and Information team as our Information Analyst.
The Performance and Information team supports clinical and business decision making across our Trust using data analytics presented in meaningful and interactive ways. The team provide historical and current views of important Trust operations and utilise analytical expertise to provide actionable insight into key areas. The team help to improve patient care, provide clarity to operation managers, influence best practice, data quality and aid overall understanding of a wealth of Trust data.
If you have experience working with large data sets, have excellent analytical skills and enjoy presenting data in meaningful ways, we would love to hear from you! Come and join us and make a positive impact to how we deliver mental health services across our Trust.
Main duties of the job
The primary role of the Information Analyst will be to provide analytical support as part of thePerformance and Information Team. You'll produce routine and ad hoc reports in an accurate, clear, and timely manner and will provide advice and guidance on the output of analysis.
You'll work closely with operational services, assist with training and support for the Trust's self-service reporting platforms as well as translating reporting requirements and information between key stakeholders including colleagues in the IM&T team.
You'll play a key role in supporting the development and design of local data capture processes and tools to support operational, and business needs as required.
Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount
- Pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Appropriately manage collected data and ensure all data is kept and shared in accordance with all relevant governance requirements
- Use innovation to build databases and tools where required or where helpful to support information provision
- Validate and quality assure data and deal with statistical/analytical queries, e.g. investigating data anomalies and identifying any corrective action required
- Maintain productive working relations with clinical, operational, and corporate colleagues at all levels of the organisation
- Provide advice on data and information as well as and interpret and present complex and sensitive information
- Communicate analytical/statistical information to non-analytical/statistical colleagues at all levels of the Trust, advising on statistical techniques used
- Present data in such a way that the information is accessible for use by a wide range of internal and external sources without expert knowledge
- Maintain standard operating procedures within the team as well as guides in support of standard and accurate data collection processes
- Support with any training required to support understanding, interpretation or use of the trusts key reporting platforms
- Demonstrate activities and work routines to others in own work area
- Support/respond to external requests for data, e.g. Freedom of Information requests
- Support and actively participate in any meetings with key stakeholders regarding information and performance
- Develop and maintain proficiency with several systems, primarily Microsoft Excel and Microsoft SQL Server, and apply a positive attitude to future requirements.
- Plan and prioritise multiple tasks and activities, to ensure all regular, ad hoc, and mandatory reporting requirements are met
- Ensure timely and accurate information analysis
- Present information related to data or reporting issues, explaining complex issues, to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- To provide support in the development of operational databases and other information system
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Appropriately manage collected data and ensure all data is kept and shared in accordance with all relevant governance requirements
- Use innovation to build databases and tools where required or where helpful to support information provision
- Validate and quality assure data and deal with statistical/analytical queries, e.g. investigating data anomalies and identifying any corrective action required
- Maintain productive working relations with clinical, operational, and corporate colleagues at all levels of the organisation
- Provide advice on data and information as well as and interpret and present complex and sensitive information
- Communicate analytical/statistical information to non-analytical/statistical colleagues at all levels of the Trust, advising on statistical techniques used
- Present data in such a way that the information is accessible for use by a wide range of internal and external sources without expert knowledge
- Maintain standard operating procedures within the team as well as guides in support of standard and accurate data collection processes
- Support with any training required to support understanding, interpretation or use of the trusts key reporting platforms
- Demonstrate activities and work routines to others in own work area
- Support/respond to external requests for data, e.g. Freedom of Information requests
- Support and actively participate in any meetings with key stakeholders regarding information and performance
- Develop and maintain proficiency with several systems, primarily Microsoft Excel and Microsoft SQL Server, and apply a positive attitude to future requirements.
- Plan and prioritise multiple tasks and activities, to ensure all regular, ad hoc, and mandatory reporting requirements are met
- Ensure timely and accurate information analysis
- Present information related to data or reporting issues, explaining complex issues, to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- To provide support in the development of operational databases and other information system
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Significant knowledge and understanding of Performance & Information technologies
- In-depth knowledge of the principles of the Data Protection Act and other equivalent legislation including patient confidentiality regulations
Further Training or Skills
Essential
- Ability to collect, collate and rapidly analyse information and produce concise reports and presentations for a wide variety of audiences
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and develop solutions to meet changing priorities
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with national or system wide databases and data sources
- In-depth experience of working with and supporting highly effective and dynamic teams
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good operational thinker - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise
- Proficient in the use of ICT - in particular the Microsoft Office suite of applications
Qualification/Experience
Desirable
- Degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Significant knowledge and understanding of Performance & Information technologies
- In-depth knowledge of the principles of the Data Protection Act and other equivalent legislation including patient confidentiality regulations
Further Training or Skills
Essential
- Ability to collect, collate and rapidly analyse information and produce concise reports and presentations for a wide variety of audiences
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and develop solutions to meet changing priorities
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with national or system wide databases and data sources
- In-depth experience of working with and supporting highly effective and dynamic teams
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good operational thinker - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise
- Proficient in the use of ICT - in particular the Microsoft Office suite of applications
Qualification/Experience
Desirable
- Degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
